Fans of Black Myth: Wukong have plenty to look forward to this month, as developer Game Science has announced a major new update for its critically acclaimed Soulslike. The patch promises improved visuals, smoother performance, and general gameplay refinements—but there’s one significant downside for PlayStation 5 users. Due to how the console handles file storage, PS5 players may need to delete and reinstall the entire game just to apply the update.
While that might not sound too bad on paper, Black Myth: Wukong already takes up roughly 130 GB of disk space. The new patch demands an additional 93.5 GB of free storage for temporary installation files, meaning players with full drives could be forced to remove other games just to make room. Game Science explained that the file size issue stems from differences in how data is stored and optimized across platforms.
Despite the size concerns, the update brings plenty of meaningful upgrades. Players can expect enhanced lighting quality, smoother frame rates, faster loading times, and more efficient memory usage. On the PC side, AMD FSR 4 support has been added, improving graphical fidelity while maintaining performance on compatible systems. The PlayStation 5 version benefits from reduced input latency and sharper texture quality, giving players a noticeably more responsive experience during intense boss battles.
The patch also introduces several gameplay tweaks. The battle against Yaoguai King “Giant Shigandang” has been rebalanced to provide a fairer and more engaging encounter. The “Journeyer’s Chart” interface has been refined to better guide new players, and localization has expanded to include Czech language support. Numerous minor bugs have been fixed, including visual flickering, translation errors, and issues with ray tracing and frame generation on certain hardware configurations.
The update is being gradually rolled out across all platforms starting October 13, 2025, and players are advised to ensure they have enough free disk space before attempting the installation. On PC, the patch may trigger shader recompilation, so Game Science recommends restarting the game if crashes occur during that process.
While this is one of the largest patches Black Myth: Wukong has received, it shows the studio’s commitment to refining the game after its phenomenal success. Since its 2024 release, the title has sold over 25 million copies worldwide, earning praise for its breathtaking visuals, challenging combat, and deep ties to Chinese mythology.
However, the developers seem to be looking beyond Wukong. Game Science recently revealed that a new game titled Black Myth: Zhong Kui is already in early development. Based on the legendary ghost-hunting deity Zhong Kui, the upcoming title is expected to explore darker themes while retaining the intricate combat system that made Wukong such a hit.
For now, fans can look forward to diving back into Black Myth: Wukong with smoother performance and more polished visuals—just make sure there’s plenty of space left on your SSD before downloading this monster-sized patch.
